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Milford Releases Bulk Waste Pickup Schedule For Fall 2026
The city is informing residents on requirements, prohibited items and the schedule for collection.
MILFORD, CT — The city has released its fall 2026 schedule for bulk waste pickup in Milford along with rules for collection.
The city released the following statement:
Mayor Rich Smith has announced the schedule for Milford’s Fall 2026 Bulk Waste Pickup Program.
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This residential service requires homeowners to properly prepare and separate acceptable bulky waste items. Similar items should be grouped together in bags or containers. All acceptable items placed at the curb will be collected—including containers. Residents are asked to follow these guidelines:
Bulk Waste Preparation Requirements:
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- Items must be manageable in weight so one employee can safely lift them
- Small bulk items must be bagged or boxed
- Compostable yard waste must be placed in disposable paper bags only (no plastic bags)
- Brush and wood must be cut, tied, and bundled in lengths of four feet or less
- Passenger car tires (maximum of four) must be separated from other waste
- Metal must be no longer than four feet and separated from other waste
- Electronics and white goods must be separated from other waste
- Bulk waste must be placed away from regular trash and recycling containers
- Items must be set out no earlier than the Saturday prior to your scheduled pickup date
Prohibited Materials:
The following items are not accepted through the Bulk Waste or Transfer Station programs. Please use appropriate local disposal options for:
- Hazardous waste
- Liquid waste, including oil-based paint
- Propane and helium tanks
- Grass clippings, logs, and stumps
- Sheetrock, concrete, bricks, porcelain tubs, sinks, toilets, and other demolition materials
Fall 2026 Bulk Waste Pickup Schedule:
Pickup begins on the following Mondays, based on your regular garbage day:
| GARBAGE DAY | Your Bulk Pick Up will BEGIN for you on |
| Monday | Monday, October 12 |
| Tuesday | Monday, October 19 |
| Thursday | Monday, October 26 |
| Friday | Monday, November 2 |
For questions or additional information, please contact the Public Works Office at 203-783-3265.
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